Bargain Hunt: The Spotter's Guide to Antiques

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Forgotten the title or the author of a book? Our BookSleuth is specially designed for you. Visit BookSleuth It’s what’s at the end of the road that excites and inspires me; meeting new people, hearing their stories and obviously seeing their treasures.

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I think the greatest profit has to be several hundred pounds but I can’t remember exactly! Greatest loss, well there have been more than a few disasters, as in true BH tradition... Rounders in the park, pitch-and-putt at the golf course, walking in the Lakes, hi-jinks at the pool, that’s happy me. Oh, and cooking." Paul Laidlaw is married to Maureen Laidlaw, who he reportedly met years prior when they were working on a project together. It can be a bit hit and miss with me though, and the children love reminding me of my disasters in the kitchen!"Opening up to the BBC about what he likes to do when he is away from the show, Laidlaw said: "When I’m not being an antiques anorak all I want to do is have fun with my family. It’s all just stuff in the end, I firmly believe in the Buddhist principle that it’s the wanting of material objects which leads to unhappiness. That said, I’m an addict." On Anita's Flog It BBC profile it mentions Anita is married, however she has not spoken out her marriage. My favourite part of being a Bargain Hunt expert is just being a part of the amazing BH team. It is a dream come true! Sometimes, I look at the contestants standing next to me in the blue or red fleeces, and I just want to run around kissing everyone and shouting, “I’m on Bargain Hunt!” My father had his own saleroom when I was growing up so I started rummaging for treasure and sitting on the auctioneer’s rostrum, from an early age. I think a lot of the antiques business is in the blood. So many traditional dealers impart their knowledge and enthusiasm to the next generation, and so the tradition continues. My father certainly taught me how to auctioneer and command the room. My parents love antiques and quirky objects (my mother’s idea of a great Christmas present is an antique shrimping net!) and their passion has rubbed off on me. I also loved studying the craftsmanship of pieces and the history behind them.

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Having fun and lots of madness with my wife Alexa and two children Albie and Bella. They all boss me around! Throw yourself into it and just make it happen. You have to want to learn, and don’t be afraid to ask questions. Get down to your local auction room and experience the buzz - it will inspire you. The pair is said to have first crossed paths while Kate worked at Auctioneers and Valuers Brightwells in Hereford. Mostly with the family, doing something outdoorsy, but I love reading and watching films. I snatch short bursts of ‘me time’, usually early in the morning in the week, when I exercise, running with our loopy labrador or doing pilates. I do love a good cook, whether baking or doing a big meal for family and friends. It can be a bit hit and miss with me though, and the children love reminding me of my disasters in the kitchen! Bargain Hunt host Tim Wonnacott , 62, recently stepped down after being suspended over bullying claims.Roo is another of the show’s many experts, gracing a number of antiques and property shows in addition her work on Bargain Hunt. Flog It!, Flipping Profit and Antiques Road Trip included. Celebrity Goggleboxstar Gyles Brandreth was one of the first to reply, writing: "Oh no! You'll be sorely missed! What next?" Another fan commented: " No way why would you do that? It won’t be the same without you." He also has a radio show on BBC Wiltshire, and presented the first series of BBC’s Street Auction. Colin Young Antiques expert and artist David has been appearing on TV antiques shows since 2005, first appearing on Channel 4’s Natural Born Dealers.

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I love the Builth Wells Antiques Fair - it’s fairly close to home for me and set amongst the gorgeous mid Wales hills, but Westpoint at Exeter is also a great fair with lots of variety. It’s great fun for me to travel north up to the Derbyshire and Yorkshire fairs, as you meet a different bunch of dealers. The Kedleston Fair is in a stupendous setting in the grounds of a beautiful stately house. Laidlaw added how "in truth, I miss my family" but still loves the "fun-but-serious" world of the Bargain Hunting."Stylish TV presenter Danny often appears on Bargain Hunt as an expert(Picture: BBC Studios) Philip Serrell Her first book To Steal a Heart has just been released by publisher Loveswept and her second, called A Raven’s Heart, will come out in August. Amid her role on screen, the Bargain Hunt star has previously admitted she prefers spending time with her family away from her career on TV. While Bargain Hunt’s contestants get to keep whatever profit they make on their buys, it’s not known what the experts make.

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I was co-presenting the BBC’s Street Auction when the boss at Bargain Hunt called me, asking me to consider a screen test. I feel very fortunate to be involved in such a British television institution. I’d probably be a barrister. I tinkered with the idea of doing law but fine art won. I am sure there are some similarities though between holding forth in a courtroom and in a saleroom! And when it comes to finding a gem, he says: ‘Forget all the rules and buy what you love. The chances are someone else will love it too.’ Gary Pe

The antiques broker, who also makes appearances on shows such as Cash in the Attic and Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is, followed up his initial message to thank his fans for their tweets of support.